Urayasu

A city lying on Tokyo Bay, Urayasu used to stand separate from the giant metropolis next door, but now, even though it belongs to another prefecture, it seems part of the capital. Bombed extensively during World War II, much of the city was destroyed. Some was rebuilt, but much of the land was used for modern high-rise developments and new public spaces, businesses, and schools, making Urayasu particularly popular with young families. And then there's the small matter of what the city did with land it reclaimed from the bay in the 1980s; they built a huge theme park, which now stands as the main attraction of Urayasu. Take a look at our Japan vacation builder to refine the details of your trip to Urayasu.

Where to stay in Urayasu

Visitors to Urayasu are usually heading to the theme park, which itself offers a number of hotels within its expansive grounds, with some fairly standard options sitting alongside showstopping luxury accommodations. But day trips to the theme park from other districts across the capital remain the done thing by most who visit Urayasu, with the park easily accessible via a number of public transport options. The university district to the northeast of the theme park provides a few hotels, including both budget and mid-range options.